Q: When I was a kid (5-6 years age), I remember that I stole a balloon from my classmate's bag. Now, when I am a grown up, I've realised that I've committed a sin. I've repented by heart to Allah. I tried to find my classmate and apologize to her but she is no more in my school. I don't know where she is now. What should I do now?
Q: I have a small problem. This morning I went to do some shopping. While parking, I misjudged my turning and by mistake I scraped into the car next to me. It was a very small scrape, maybe just a touch up would fix the problem on their car. Due to my financial situation I got scared and drove away without informing the person. However I am now feeling really really guilty about it and i fear Allah's punishment with regards to it, like I am scared Allah will take away barakah from my wealth that I have left or something else will happen. What can I do to fix this situation as I was scared to wait for the person to tell him what had happened.
Q: When I went on the beach, I found a bucket and spade (which the children play with). The items were lying around close to the sea. The water of the sea was very close about to take away the items. I took the bucket and spade assuming it would have washed away in the sea if I hadn't taken it. Is it permissible for me to give it to my children to play with? In the above situation if the answer is no then what should I do with the items?
Q: If a person who stole my phone starts running away from me after stealing my phone and whilst running his phone falls out of his pocket. What should I do with his phone?
Q: A truck lost it's load along the road. People are recovering the load for their own good. Is this halaal for them?
Q: When I was younger, I stole a chocolate from a super market. Is it enough to go and pay for the same without taking the chocolate and make taubah?
Q: How do I go about making things right after my mother in-law found out I stole from her? She told my husband to send me away and she never wants to see me again. Please help.
Q: I have stolen my grandfathers money in my childhood but now my grandfather is not with us. I don't remember the exact amount. Now what should I do? How should I repay it?
Q: About three years ago we found a parrot. Being a captive bred bird and its wings were clipped we kept the bird and took care of it. We made an effort in the area to find the owner, but was unsuccessful and to date no one has come forward to claim the bird. We have given up looking for the owner. Can we sell the bird to recoup the money spent in looking after the bird. Money was spent on buying a cage, other equipment, food and vet fees? If not, please advise what we should do?
Q: If a customer forgets to take his change (like R100) or forgets something at your shop and doesn't come back to claim it, what should a person do with that item or money?